MallowbyNames

Cordaryl

kor-DAIR-ul · Of uncertain origin; possibly a blend of Cory and Daryl or a variant of Cordell.

Peak popularity
1987
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Cordaryl since 1986

Babies named Cordaryl per year in U.S. Social Security records.

1733501990200020102020Most births 1987Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1980s120
1990s51
2000s0
2010s10
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Cordaryl is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1986, a time when creative name blends and surname-inspired choices were gaining popularity. Its peak year was 1987, when it was given to a small number of baby boys, but it has never entered the top 1,000 rankings and remains a rare choice. The trajectory of the name has been stable since the 1980s, with no significant increase or decrease in usage. No single U.S. state recorded a notable concentration of Cordaryl births, suggesting it has been scattered across the country. As a distinctive, personalized name, Cordaryl offers a unique option for parents seeking a sound that feels familiar yet uncommon.

Cordaryl appears to be a modern coinage, likely formed by blending the name Cory (a diminutive of Cora or Cornelius) with Daryl (an English surname of uncertain origin) or as an elaboration of Cordell. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1986 and saw modest use in the late 1980s and early 1990s, particularly in 1987 when it reached its peak.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Cory, Daryl

Variants: Cordell

Sibling names for Cordaryl

Names that share Cordaryl's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Cordaryl mean?
The meaning of Cordaryl is uncertain. It is believed to be a modern invented name, possibly a combination of Cory and Daryl or a variant of Cordell, which is of English origin meaning 'rope maker'.
How popular is the name Cordaryl?
Cordaryl has never ranked among the top 1,000 names in the United States. It saw its peak usage in 1987 and has remained stable with infrequent use since then.
Is Cordaryl a boy's name or a girl's name?
Cordaryl is primarily used as a masculine name.